2005 Fiat Seicento vs. 2007 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2007 Renault Trafic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Trafic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Trafic (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Trafic should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Trafic weights approximately 1115 kg more than 2005 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Trafic (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Seicento | 2007 Renault Trafic | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Seicento | Trafic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 15.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 90 L |
